We were absolutely thrilled by the perfect weather and big turnout for the 10th Annual Lighthouse Run this past weekend.  The event was a sellout this year, with 500 registered riders!

Approximately 35 of the riders made the whole 380 mile trip bringing them to 7 lighthouses, the elk preserve near Reedsport, plus the jewel of Loon Lake.  Here are some fun photos that highlight the weekend:

The 10th Annual Lighthouse Run Harley Davidson Jacket

And The Winner Is.....Julie S!

Congrats to Cory C- Winner of the men's jacket

We had over 500 registered riders!

We are happy to report this past weekend’s The RV Jamboree was an enormous success!  Thanks everyone who drove in  this past week (it started Wednesday, June 16 and went through Saturday, June 19).  We were thrilled to see RV folks from all over who came out  for this unforgettable weekend of fun, friendship and our traditional Salmon Bake.

Thanks to Guaranty RV for bringing in an estimated 60 Coaches and 5th Wheels from Junction City. Gibb’s RV has a great showing, too!  Here are a few pictures from this weekend’s event:

RV's as far as the eye can see!

The Salmon Bake was fantastic as always!

In addition to the famous Salmon Bake, participants were treated to excursions to  Shore Acres State Park, and sensational live entertainment from our favorite the 50s doo-wop band The Young Bucs.  Hope everyone had a safe ride home, or wherever their next destination is!  We can’t wait to have you back!

Preparations are underway for the seventh annual Mill-Luck Salmon Celebration, which will take place on a new date: Sept. 4-5!  This free Labor Day weekend event is an entertaining educational experience that the whole family will enjoy!  It features canoe races, a traditional salmon bake dinner, cultural exhibits and demonstrations, a Native American market place, children’s activities and an evening concert with Joanne Shenandoah.

Linked to the traditional observance marking the return of the salmon, The Mill-Luck Salmon Celebration began as a means of sharing the heritage, culture and traditions of the Coquille Indian Tribe and other Pacific Northwest Tribes with residents and visitors to Oregon’s Bay Area. Now in its seventh year, the event attracts Native American artisans and musicians from throughout the Western United States and Canada.

Known for its traditional salmon bake dinner where fresh salmon is prepared in the time-honored Coquille open-pit manner, the Mill-Luck Salmon Celebration offers visitors the opportunity to experience Native American culture, art, food and music. The celebration, which runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, features daily performances by Native American storytellers, drummers, flutists and dancers; a marketplace offering traditional wares and foods; a bay-front canoe exhibit and races; traditional games and activities for children, plus a variety of cultural demonstrations and educational exhibits. New to the event this year will be Canoe exhibition rides on Sunday from 1-4 p.m.

In addition to the free daytime events, which will take place at the South-end of the casino’s hotel, this year’s celebration will feature a Saturday evening performance with Joanne Shenandoah, a Grammy award winning and 12-time Native American Music Award winning artist. She is a Wolf Clan member of the Iroquois Confederacy-Oneida Nation. Shenandoah has 15 recordings and her music is on over 40 compilations.

Her original compositions, combined with a striking voice enable her to embellish the ancient songs of the Iroquois using a blend of traditional and contemporary instrumentation.  Ms. Shenandoah’s music reflects the indigenous philosophy and culture, which continues to have a profound effect on the world today. From traditional chants to contemporary ballads about Native ways, her music has been described as an emotional experience, a “Native American Trance”. Ms. Shenandoah will perform at 7:30 p.m. in the casino’s Salmon Room.

Tickets for Ms. Shenandoah’s Saturday night concert and the popular Salmon Bake dinner, which will be served from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday are now on sale at Ko-Kwel Gifts inside The Mill Casino • Hotel. Tickets for the concert are $18 per person with an $8 discount for Millionaire$ Club members, while tickets for the Salmon Bake dinner, including a commemorative tee shirt, are just $17 for children 11 under and $25 for adults with a $5 discount for Millionaire$ Club members.

Attention Harley-Davidson lovers: Join us for the 10th Anniversary Lighthouse Run June 25th through the 26th, 2010. We are thrilled to be a part of this annual event that attracts Harley enthusiasts from all over!   This year’s theme is  “As West As It Gets”; and we promise an unforgettably good time to all participants.  Don’t forget to ask about the Special Lodging & RV rates for participants!

Registration begins at 4:00PM on Friday June 26 at our hotel and will continue until 8:00PM. Event packets with tee shirt, pin, meal ticket, raffle tickets and promotional items at the time of registration.

You can also purchase your poker hand(s) for a chance to win a free Harley-Davidson motorcycle and/or the high/low-hand pots on Saturday night. Purchase your 50/50 tickets from HOG Chapter 2137 to support local charities AND a chance to win cash on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Weekend Celebration includes $2,000 Cash Giveaway, Triple Points and Seafood Buffets!

We are celebrating Independence Day weekend in winning style with dazzling waterfront pyrotechnics, seafood buffets, triple points, fantastic music and a $2,000 cash giveaway.

The four day celebration kicks off on Friday, July 2 at 12:01 a.m., when members of the casino’s free-to-join player’s club, The Millionaire$ Club, will earn triple points for all their slot play until noon.

On Saturday, July 3, The Mill Casino will light up the skies over North Bend and the shores of Coos Bay, with their annual waterfront fireworks display. Guests are invited to sit in the non-reserved seating areas – along the dock, designated area south of the RV Park and at the South end of the casino. An outdoor grill and beverage station and a beer garden will be available in the area adjacent to the north side of the casino from 7 -10 p.m. while free non-stop shuttle service will be available from the south end of Pony Village Mall (next to Macy’s and the cinema) to the casino from 7 p.m. until midnight.

In addition to Saturday night’s spectacular waterfront fireworks, The Mill Casino will be giving away $2,000 in cash, guaranteed, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday July 4 and Monday, July 5, in a series of $100 hot seat drawings on the casino floor.

Along with the weekend’s rewarding casino promotions and dazzling pyrotechnics, The Mill Casino also will be serving up great live music and amazing dining deals. On Friday and Saturday evening, Early Bird dining specials will be available in the Plankhouse, while those hungry for a deal are sure to find satisfaction at the Saw Blade’s bountiful $24.95 seafood feast. After dinner, be sure to swing by Warehouse 101 where both Los Panchos and Portland’s Freemartins will be dishing out sizzling entertainment all night long.

What is the best kept secret on the South Oregon Coast?  Comedy Night at Warehouse 101. We invite you to take a mid-week break and come join us for some laughs every Wednesday Night.   We host two FREE (yes, free)  hilarious shows at 7 and 9 pm.

June 9: Mike Wally Walter with Andrew Rivers

June 16: Marc Yaffee with Pete Hall

June 23: Leif Skywing with Sherry Japhet

June 30: Adam Norwest with Hennifer Murphy